Are grates on this plate smooth or sharp? Will I get the plate and peeler color as pictured?
40718
The grates are sharp enough to grate garlic or ginger. They are not as pointed as some I've seen at pottery shops. The photo is exactly as they appear, same color, everything. My only objection was that it was on a card in a plastic sealed hang-up display. I took mine out so I could wrap them as gifts.Marie T.
40719
Yes the grates are rough enough to shred garlic. My peeler came in blue, not yellow...
40720
I got the color of grater that I ordered. The points are not sharp, but, it does actually grate. I however have ruined several manicures trying not to waste the last end of garlic. So, expect to throw away approximately 1/4 of every clove. (we have started saving them in some olive oil and using them for other things).
40721
Sharp enough to grate garlic. That is what I use it for. Yes, to the color.
40722
The plate color was as shown, the peeler was blue & the brush had a red handle. The grates are smooth. It is impossible to get hurt using the grater. I use the peeler ALL the time. The grater & brush are also quite useful. This is an awesome product which also makes a great gift for those who cook & use fresh garlic.
40723
The grates are sharp/rough enough to shred garlic. My peeler was also blue.
40724
The cermaic grates are not sharp to the touch...you can run your finger across and not get a scratch. However, it quickly fine grates a garlic clove, or ginger piece in no time flat. My plate had a flower on the side and royal blue tube.
40725
no the grates are not sharp at all. When I received it I questioned whether it would actually grate or not. It actually does grate. make sure you follow the directions. some stuff you grate dry & other stuff you have to put a little light coat of olive oil on plate. I gave these as gifts to my sister in laws for christmas.And yes, I received the one pictured
40726
The grates are sharp enough to grate the garlic but not to grate your fingers. My peeler is dark blue but it really works well! My husband now says "I'll do that" because he likes the way it works. :)
1022561
The one I received was sharpened, but not to a very keen edge. It took me about and hour and a half to get it to an edge that I was satisfied with.
521146
My sharp was just a JW, no F. You might want to call sharp customer service. I measured the size of the plate carefully to compare to the carousel plate that was for sale. I knew it looked just like the one I had. Good luck.
2215149
The plates are smooth. They are about 1" deep from base of plate to outside edge. Someone might have called that a "ridge" to indicate the plates are not perfectly flat.
1961624
It seems to be holding up well. I have not used it in a hard use type situation. I've opened boxes, cut up a steak and apples. Still looks new. I think it's a painted on finish, very flat. I love it and will be getting some for my brothers & step-dad for Christmas.
119458
Neither side is smooth. They are designed to have one cutting side and a gripping back side. The back side has a 4mm square raised grid pattern. The cutting surface is a very fine honeycomb texture. The material is polyethylene which is supposed to not dull knives. The thickness is close to 1/32" which is thick enough to feel sturdy and durable, but not so thick as to be inflexible. I've been using one mat for close to a year now, and while it has a visible area of heavy usage, it does not show knife tracks unless you look really close at it. It is also stain resistant for beets, turmeric, etc. I do clean it nearly every day with a brush and cleanser or Biogreen Clean which works well. I like these mats very much compared to others I've used in the past... I know, I really should get out a new mat, but I'm cheap and I like green... what can I say. lol.
2013810
The description is confusing. It says "double sided cooking plates". That sounds like the plates can be turned over. Is the plate smooth or ridged?
1353117
It has small ridges on honing surface. I have used Chicago cutlery since the 1960's, always happy with walnut selection! Dee
1197687
It's cast iron so you shouldn't expect a perfectly smooth surface like a coated non-stick skillet. Mine was delivered in excellent condition and I have had no issues with the cooking surface.
1381801
It is smooth. Very similar in texture to the Lodge Cast Iron Skillets. I should also note that unlike regular cast iron pans this carbon steel skillet can be used on a glass cooktop stove as well. Hope this helps.
1775057
yes the bottom of the pan is smooth. nice pan for roasting and is large in size. this is the second one I have owned. I would buy it again.
2263588
Hi Erin, The detail is a dark brownish red. It is not very noticeable on the plates though, more of a light accent. I have multiple sets of the dishes in two separate houses and I love them! Hope this helps. (:
1268434
they have a matt finish not porcelain. I am happy with their construction and cooking results.
690287
Yes! It is yellow...just as the picture shows. Best for other sorts of plates. Good luck!
1266388
They don't seem to be enameled to me, at least they don't look smooth and bright like other enameled cast iron grates I have seen. However they are not as rough as regular cast iron as well.
2263589
the plates are cream colored with a thin ring of straw colored brown at the very edge.......clean and classy
1750228
Yes, it's a smooth surface. Kind of like a granite counter top. We love it! It's easy to clean and doesn't scratch like Teflon does.